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MEMA's Wilson: This might be the year for right to repair

"We believe this is the Congress to get this done," says MEMA's Senior Vice President for Public Affairs Ann Wilson.

January 18, 2023

Three people on stage at a conference.

Carriers talk inventory, allocation frustration during Aftermarket Dialogue

Customers took center stage for a panel discussion to close out Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue Monday in Grapevine, Texas.

January 17, 2023

Trio of white trucks on highway

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Nitrogen benefits truck tires but is the high cost worth it?

Nitrogen use in truck tires made headlines years ago but the high cost, lack of availability and competition from tire pressure monitoring systems relegated the dry gas to the sidelines--or has it?

January 12, 2023

Fleet leasing and management company Transervice told CCJ that they do not use nitrogen for tire inflation. That's not a surprise for Michelin which told CCJ that 'they rarely, if ever see it used in fleets.'

Step-by-step air brake inspection

If you are inspecting brakes, you should become familiar with federal and state periodic inspection requirements because anyone performing required periodic inspections must meet specific criteria in terms of experience and training.

January 4, 2023

transervice technician

Bridgestone launching tire program for smaller last-mile fleets

The new program will help smaller fleets better manage their tire programs and only pay for their tires based on usage.

December 30, 2022

last-mile tire management

Winter shock maintenance important for safety, driver comfort

Freezing weather adversely affects shock performance and can quickly lead to failure for shocks already battling service fatigue.

December 28, 2022

Monroe winter truck suspension

Brake issue prompts Translead recall

Hyundai Translead is recalling certain 2020-2021 dry van and reefer trailers. Also: Nikola gets closer to earning CARB voucher; FMCSA publishes new webpage for entry-level drivers.

December 27, 2022

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Diesel price declines forecast to continue into 2023

Diesel price drops at the pump are expected to continue in 2023 as refinery production increases and wholesale and retail markups decline.

December 18, 2022

trucks at a fuel island

Oils & lubricants

0W-20 oil in a truck? It's possible, if not likely

Inbound emissions regulations could push diesel engine oil into viscosity grades most common for four-cylinder autos, like 0W-20.

December 15, 2022

diesel engine oil

Air brake system anatomy

Three basic systems of air brakes you should be familiar with before attempting maintenance or replacement work.

December 7, 2022

Ways to improve maintenance to extend the lifecycle of your fleet's trucks

One area that tends to get left behind when budgets get tight is maintenance and equipment, but there are ways to save money in those areas while also making sure your equipment is still maintained and reliable.

December 2, 2022

extending lifecycle of trucks

Ford F-150s recalled for wiper problem; Navistar trucks see three recalls this month

Almost a half-million Ford F-150 pickups will be potentially affected by a wiper motor recall while Navistar issued three recalls this month that impact International and LoneStar trucks.

November 30, 2022

Watch: The current state of the diesel technician workforce

CCJ parent Randall Reilly earlier this year, in partnership with Shell Lubricant Solutions, produced the 2022 State of Diesel Technicians report, a survey-based analysis of the current state of the diesel technician trade.

November 25, 2022

Mechanic looking under the hood

With temps falling, it's time for a coolant checkup

There are more than a handful of ways to test a coolant, but two methods are more reliable than many of the others.

November 24, 2022

truck radiator and antifreeze

Technician program completion numbers falling but diesel in better shape than auto, collision

Higher wages in diesel compared to automotive has become a draw to would-be technicians.

November 16, 2022

Man jacking up the rear of a semi

India-based tire manufacturer Ralson plans to enter U.S.

Based in India, Ralson is one of the top 5 bicycle tire producers worldwide and is India’s fastest growing automotive tire brand.

November 15, 2022

Ralson RAR51 tire

Hurricane Nicole impact on diesel supply expected to be uneventful

Major storms can interrupt diesel supply and distribution, but in the case of Category 1 Hurricane Nicole, fuel analysts aren't expecting much of an impact.

November 10, 2022

National Hurricane Center Hurricane Nicole diesel impact

Ryder partnering with Aurora for autonomous truck maintenance

Ryder technicians will be embedded at Aurora’s terminal in South Dallas to support its autonomous operations.

November 9, 2022

technicians inspecting a truck

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White autonomous semi-truck with 'No Driver Required' text overlay in parking lot

Launching Volvo and Aurora's 'driverless' VNL

CCJ Editor Jason Cannon traded the driver's seat for the bunk to experience a test launch of an autonomous Volvo VNL at Aurora's South Dallas terminal.

Hand holding white card with 'Do You Speak English?' written in black marker against blurred American flag background

FMCSA’s proposed trucker language rule draws praise and pushback

Smiling truck driver in red plaid shirt steering large commercial truck on highway

Climbing driver wages are driving up contract rates

Vintage gas pumps numbered 14 with 'No Smoking' signage in outdoor setting

Could dyed diesel damage your engine or void your warranty?

Learn how Noregon's Diagnostic Tool Management helps reduce security risks.

Learn how Noregon's Diagnostic Tool Management helps reduce security risks.

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